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SD53 VLJ

2003 Subaru Impreza

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,899 mi
Last recorded136,899 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Subaru Impreza76,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 VLJ
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 136,899 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 133,060 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 120,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

air bag light on

nearside front tyre wearing inner andouter edges

Pass 11 Mar 2013 120,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

air bag light on

nearside front tyre wearing inner andouter edges

Pass 13 Mar 2012 102,444 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 102,444 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 96,097 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 80,640 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 80,040 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 64,760 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 51,352 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 36,500 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 36,500 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2006 31,836 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front discs parts c orroded

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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SD53 VLJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 76,183 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD53 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Subaru Impreza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD53 VLJ registered?

SD53 VLJ is a 2003 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is SD53 VLJ safe to buy?

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